CLEAN YO WHEELS.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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2001 Miata LS 5-speed
Brakes look great dude. Good work.
I machined rear 205 rotors 2 times now and never had an issue
I machined rear 205 rotors 2 times now and never had an issue
the design of those poly bushings aren't very well made.
this design below is from the guy in russia who rebuilds the superstrut parts and uses poly bushings on the banana arm in various colors. as you can see it just about (90%) replicates the oem design in that the poly bushing doesnt physically touch the control arm so it will not bind up.....
superstrut rebuilt poly bushings by Justin Towers, on Flickr
This post has been edited by BonzaiCelica: Nov 8, 2018 - 3:08 AM
this design below is from the guy in russia who rebuilds the superstrut parts and uses poly bushings on the banana arm in various colors. as you can see it just about (90%) replicates the oem design in that the poly bushing doesnt physically touch the control arm so it will not bind up.....
superstrut rebuilt poly bushings by Justin Towers, on Flickr
This post has been edited by BonzaiCelica: Nov 8, 2018 - 3:08 AM
Group buy to replicate Narrow E series transaxle partshttp://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showto...p;#entry1107514
Yup, generally the only time you want poly as a suspension bushing is if there's only one axis of motion. Multiple axes then rubber is your best bet usually, that or you're baller and get Johnny joints.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Its that worthless time of year where cleaning the car lasts about a day so Im only cleaning the exterior about once a month. You should see the brake dust on the front wheels...
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Im probably going to take these off and get them turned. The pitting really isnt that deep but I suspect its deeoer than should reasonably be removed. It is an eyesore though so reducing it would be nice. Surprisingly its not causing any issues with noise or otherwise, just far from pretty.
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I agree. These high mileage used control arms are much tighter than the poly bushings were. All three sets Ive had when brand new still wouldnt sit properly in my control arms. Maybe if my car was a lot lower with stiff suspension so the control arms could sit level, I wouldnt have an issue. Its great that they are working out well for others but they simply didnt work out for me.
QUOTE (Box @ Nov 7, 2018 - 4:26 PM) 
>CLEAN YO WHEELS.
Its that worthless time of year where cleaning the car lasts about a day so Im only cleaning the exterior about once a month. You should see the brake dust on the front wheels...
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QUOTE (enderswift @ Nov 7, 2018 - 8:39 PM)
>Brakes look great dude. Good work.
I machined rear 205 rotors 2 times now and never had an issue
I machined rear 205 rotors 2 times now and never had an issue
Im probably going to take these off and get them turned. The pitting really isnt that deep but I suspect its deeoer than should reasonably be removed. It is an eyesore though so reducing it would be nice. Surprisingly its not causing any issues with noise or otherwise, just far from pretty.
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QUOTE (BonzaiCelica @ 8, 2018 - 1:47 AM)
>the design of those poly bushings aren't very well made.
this design below is from the guy in russia who rebuilds the superstrut parts and uses poly bushings on the banana arm in various colors. as you can see it just about (90%) replicates the oem design in that the poly bushing doesnt physically touch the control arm so it will not bind up.....
superstrut rebuilt poly bushings by Justin Towers, on Flickr
this design below is from the guy in russia who rebuilds the superstrut parts and uses poly bushings on the banana arm in various colors. as you can see it just about (90%) replicates the oem design in that the poly bushing doesnt physically touch the control arm so it will not bind up.....
superstrut rebuilt poly bushings by Justin Towers, on FlickrI agree. These high mileage used control arms are much tighter than the poly bushings were. All three sets Ive had when brand new still wouldnt sit properly in my control arms. Maybe if my car was a lot lower with stiff suspension so the control arms could sit level, I wouldnt have an issue. Its great that they are working out well for others but they simply didnt work out for me.
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If you can even find anyone that'll turn rotors these days, used to all the O'Reilly stores did but seems they're more few and far between now. Also was just thinking, might consider getting an adjustable proportioning valve so you can set up the brake bias to perfection. Since really any time you change out to something not o.e. or even all o.e. as is from factory you really should get one. Hell some cars can use them even 100% stock from the factory like the earlier Miatas.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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Wow, awesome! 
My Celica
that's why **** doesn't get done around there.
-Alex {](O_o)[}1993.5 Toyota Supra....with stuff........sorta broken....1998 Toyota Celica....this one, too, has stuff........broken....yeah...definitely broken....
TWINS are TWINS
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"LoOk aT mE i GoT a gT-FoUR!"
Very nice, but very jealous. Lol
Very nice, but very jealous. Lol
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Lol
QUOTE (navseal345 @ Dec 22, 2018 - 11:02 PM)
>"LoOk aT mE i GoT a gT-FoUR!"
Very nice, but very jealous. Lol
Very nice, but very jealous. Lol
Lol
Learned a lot in 10 years...I hardly log in anymore, last loginToday Sept 6 2019, and I was forced just to clarify a post. LOLIf you PM me and I dont respond, dont fret or cry. Im alive, better post your questions in the thread below, maybe I log back in2grfe Swapped...Why I chose the 2GR, before you ask read here...A great civilization is not conquered from without until it has destroyed itself from within.@llamaraxing in Instagram is the best way to find me. I hardly log here anymore.
MADDDD JELLLLLLYYYYYYYYYYYY. Congrats though bro. I hope to find one in the same color one day too!
fake! it's photoshop. although a very good photoshop. lol
*1997 Celica ST - 3SGE Greytop BEAMS*1977 Celica RA29 - Classic Cruiser*2005 Matrix AWD - dedded but still hanging around like a ghost2019 Rav4 XLE Premium - Sports mode is fun.
Picture from when we picked the GT4 up:
Spent the day detailing the Four. Made some definite improvements. Its not perfect but Im unwilling to wet sand any more because I have no way of knowing how much clear coat is left.
Before:
After:
Degreased the engine bay, wet sanded where necessary, buffed the entire car, detailed the interior, and spent all day checking everything out. The wiper arms had some rust on them so I gave them a coat of POR15 top coat.
Just took some general pictures.
Spent the day detailing the Four. Made some definite improvements. Its not perfect but Im unwilling to wet sand any more because I have no way of knowing how much clear coat is left.
Before:
After:
Degreased the engine bay, wet sanded where necessary, buffed the entire car, detailed the interior, and spent all day checking everything out. The wiper arms had some rust on them so I gave them a coat of POR15 top coat.
Just took some general pictures.
"Employ your time in improving yourself by other men's writings, so that you shall gain easily what others labored hard for." -Socrates. Even Socrates told us touse the search button!2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.1998 Celica GT-BEAMSSwapped.2022 4Runner TRD Off Road Prenium.2021 GMC Sierra AT4.
very nice improvements. a little love goes a long way.
that thing is just begging for a c-one lip.
that thing is just begging for a c-one lip.
*1997 Celica ST - 3SGE Greytop BEAMS*1977 Celica RA29 - Classic Cruiser*2005 Matrix AWD - dedded but still hanging around like a ghost2019 Rav4 XLE Premium - Sports mode is fun.
and the fun $$$ begins.
You owe yourself some fanfare, that is ridiculous.
'97 ST\ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+[sold 10/18]'93 MX-5LE
that Por15 says "For professional use only."
-Alex {](O_o)[}1993.5 Toyota Supra....with stuff........sorta broken....1998 Toyota Celica....this one, too, has stuff........broken....yeah...definitely broken....
Looks awesome man! It was a pleasure meeting you and Bridgette along with the Supra. Good people with cool cars!
Those wipers always annoyed me. Now I get to watch you do all the things I wanted to do lol enjoy it!
Those wipers always annoyed me. Now I get to watch you do all the things I wanted to do lol enjoy it!
SPYRO|DARKSPYRO|CYRIL
I demand some AWD snow fun videos.
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Good thing I have a buffer and plenty of compounds! The interior barely needed anything. Malek took good care of it.
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Its not fun spending that much money on such short notice but its not every day a GT4 pops up for sale 45 minutes away from you either.
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As long as fanfare is free, because Im broke now.
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It was great meeting you as well! The POR15 turned out a little glossier than I would like, so I may have to try something different. At this point the plan is to enjoy it. Taking it up to Fort Collins tomorrow.
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Im debating whether I want to or not. Those pictures would be awesome but Im also paranoid about driving it in the snow.
QUOTE (cheela @ Dec 23, 2018 - 9:29 PM)
>very nice improvements. a little love goes a long way.
that thing is just begging for a c-one lip.
that thing is just begging for a c-one lip.
Good thing I have a buffer and plenty of compounds! The interior barely needed anything. Malek took good care of it.
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QUOTE (CoolZeen @ Dec 24, 2018 - 9:51 AM)
>and the fun $$$ begins.
Its not fun spending that much money on such short notice but its not every day a GT4 pops up for sale 45 minutes away from you either.
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QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Dec 24, 2018 - 10:36 AM)
>You owe yourself some fanfare, that is ridiculous.
As long as fanfare is free, because Im broke now.
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QUOTE (NgoFcukinWay @ Dec 24, 2018 - 12:57 PM)
>that Por15 says "For professional use only."
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QUOTE (Malek @ Dec 24, 2018 - 1:44 PM)
>Looks awesome man! It was a pleasure meeting you and Bridgette along with the Supra. Good people with cool cars!
Those wipers always annoyed me. Now I get to watch you do all the things I wanted to do lol enjoy it!
Those wipers always annoyed me. Now I get to watch you do all the things I wanted to do lol enjoy it!
It was great meeting you as well! The POR15 turned out a little glossier than I would like, so I may have to try something different. At this point the plan is to enjoy it. Taking it up to Fort Collins tomorrow.
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QUOTE (navseal345 @ Dec 24, 2018 - 6:51 PM)
>I demand some AWD snow fun videos.
Im debating whether I want to or not. Those pictures would be awesome but Im also paranoid about driving it in the snow.
"Employ your time in improving yourself by other men's writings, so that you shall gain easily what others labored hard for." -Socrates. Even Socrates told us touse the search button!2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.1998 Celica GT-BEAMSSwapped.2022 4Runner TRD Off Road Prenium.2021 GMC Sierra AT4.
I mean, I could do it for you if you are scared. LMAO
Auto dreams > money
'97 ST\ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+[sold 10/18]'93 MX-5LE
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Wish I could live that life...
QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Dec 26, 2018 - 12:19 PM)
>Auto dreams > money
Wish I could live that life...
2000 GT-S 6 SPD...SOLD!
I mean, it's generally a question of for how long...unless it's not. I sold the Celica because I couldn't justify three. The bike is so cheap it almost doesn't count.
This post has been edited by SwissFerdi: Dec 27, 2018 - 9:26 PM
This post has been edited by SwissFerdi: Dec 27, 2018 - 9:26 PM
'97 ST\ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+[sold 10/18]'93 MX-5LE
Get some more info up on those wheel and tire specs. They look awesome.
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Perks of being a DINK- double income, no kids. Its a terrible decision financially, but we did it anyway.
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The only think I know about them is that they are Lehrmeister Type 3 wheels, and they look like legit 3 piece wheels. Specs are unknown, 17x8, maybe? They have 215/45/17 tires that have a slight stretch so I think they are 8.
QUOTE (narly_charley @ Dec 27, 2018 - 8:15 AM)
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Wish I could live that life...
QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Dec 26, 2018 - 12:19 PM)
>Auto dreams > money
Wish I could live that life...
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QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Dec 27, 2018 - 9:24 PM)
>I mean, it's generally a question of for how long...unless it's not. I sold the Celica because I couldn't justify three. The bike is so cheap it almost doesn't count.
Perks of being a DINK- double income, no kids. Its a terrible decision financially, but we did it anyway.
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QUOTE (bloodMoney @ Dec 28, 2018 - 8:26 AM)
>Get some more info up on those wheel and tire specs. They look awesome.
The only think I know about them is that they are Lehrmeister Type 3 wheels, and they look like legit 3 piece wheels. Specs are unknown, 17x8, maybe? They have 215/45/17 tires that have a slight stretch so I think they are 8.
"Employ your time in improving yourself by other men's writings, so that you shall gain easily what others labored hard for." -Socrates. Even Socrates told us touse the search button!2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.1998 Celica GT-BEAMSSwapped.2022 4Runner TRD Off Road Prenium.2021 GMC Sierra AT4.
I cannot wait to see this in person.
I know where those projector headlights on exactly that GT-Four came from
Nice buy.
Nice buy.